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® GARAGE DOOR OPENER Model 3280 1/2HP 3280-267 1/2HP For Residential Use Only The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 www.liftmaster.com Owner's Manual ■ Please read this manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully! ■ Fasten the manual near the garage door after installation. ■ The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless the Protector System® is connected and properly aligned. ■ Periodic checks of the opener are required to ensure safe operation. ■ The model number label is located on the front panel of your opener.
® GARAGE DOOR OPENER Model 3280 1/2HP 3280-267 1/2HP For Residential Use Only The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 www.liftmaster.com Owner's Manual ■ Please read this manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully! ■ Fasten the manual near the garage door after installation. ■ The door WILL NOT CLOSE unless the Protector System® is connected and properly aligned. ■ Periodic checks of the opener are required to ensure safe operation. ■ The model number label is located on the front panel of your opener.
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...the Protector System 25 Operation 26-30 Operation safety instructions 26 Using your garage door opener 26 Using the wall-mounted door control 27 To open the door manually 27 Care of damage to your garage door opener 28 Having a problem 29 Diagnostic chart 30 Programming 31-32 To add or...unit assembly parts 34 Accessories 35 Repair Parts and Service 36 Warranty 36 INTRODUCTION Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review This garage door opener has been designed and tested to offer safe service provided it is installed, operated, maintained and tested in strict accordance ...
...the Protector System 25 Operation 26-30 Operation safety instructions 26 Using your garage door opener 26 Using the wall-mounted door control 27 To open the door manually 27 Care of damage to your garage door opener 28 Having a problem 29 Diagnostic chart 30 Programming 31-32 To add or...unit assembly parts 34 Accessories 35 Repair Parts and Service 36 Warranty 36 INTRODUCTION Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review This garage door opener has been designed and tested to offer safe service provided it is installed, operated, maintained and tested in strict accordance ...
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.... • Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to garage door BEFORE installing and operating garage door opener to avoid malfunction and damage. To prevent damage to garage door and opener: • ALWAYS disable locks BEFORE installing and operating the opener. • ONLY operate garage door opener at 120V, 60 Hz to avoid entanglement. If your garage...
.... • Disable ALL locks and remove ALL ropes connected to garage door BEFORE installing and operating garage door opener to avoid malfunction and damage. To prevent damage to garage door and opener: • ALWAYS disable locks BEFORE installing and operating the opener. • ONLY operate garage door opener at 120V, 60 Hz to avoid entanglement. If your garage...
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...purchased. Carton Inventory Your garage door opener is packaged in the foam. Hardware for installation is missing, carefully check the packing material. LOCK LIGHT Multi-Function Door Control Panel SECURITY✚® 3-Button Remote Control Models 3280 (1) 3280-267 (2) Remote Control Transmitter ...2 Light Lenses SECURITY✚® Keyless Entry Model 3280-267 ONLY One-Piece Rail CEILING MOUNT ONLY UP Door Bracket Belt Pulley Bracket Trolley 2-Conductor Bell Wire White & White/Red Header Bracket Curved Door Arm Section Safety Sensor Bracket (2) The Protector System...
...purchased. Carton Inventory Your garage door opener is packaged in the foam. Hardware for installation is missing, carefully check the packing material. LOCK LIGHT Multi-Function Door Control Panel SECURITY✚® 3-Button Remote Control Models 3280 (1) 3280-267 (2) Remote Control Transmitter ...2 Light Lenses SECURITY✚® Keyless Entry Model 3280-267 ONLY One-Piece Rail CEILING MOUNT ONLY UP Door Bracket Belt Pulley Bracket Trolley 2-Conductor Bell Wire White & White/Red Header Bracket Curved Door Arm Section Safety Sensor Bracket (2) The Protector System...
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...two washered bolts mounted in top of motor unit. • Align rail and styrofoam over the motor unit sprocket. To avoid SERIOUS damage to door opener. • Position belt over sprocket. Do not use bolts/fasteners mounted in top of motor unit. the rail into one of the nut... it is finger tight against the trolley (Figure 3). Rotate about 1/4 turn until it firmly against the trolley (Figure 2). • Place a 7/16" open end wrench on the threaded shaft until the spring releases and snaps the nut ring against the trolley (Figure 1). This extends the spring for optimum...
...two washered bolts mounted in top of motor unit. • Align rail and styrofoam over the motor unit sprocket. To avoid SERIOUS damage to door opener. • Position belt over sprocket. Do not use bolts/fasteners mounted in top of motor unit. the rail into one of the nut... it is finger tight against the trolley (Figure 3). Rotate about 1/4 turn until it firmly against the trolley (Figure 2). • Place a 7/16" open end wrench on the threaded shaft until the spring releases and snaps the nut ring against the trolley (Figure 1). This extends the spring for optimum...
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...could be made by a trained door systems technician BEFORE installing opener. 4. Upon completion of the door. 10. Install garage door opener 7 feet (2.13 m) or more above floor. 7. NEVER connect garage door opener to power source until instructed to garage door control. 11. Mount emergency ...read the following warnings before proceeding to fingers from ALLl moving garage door opener: • ALWAYS keep hand clear of sprocket while operating opener. • Securely attach sprocket cover BEFORE operating. Door MUST reverse on contact with a 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) high object...
...could be made by a trained door systems technician BEFORE installing opener. 4. Upon completion of the door. 10. Install garage door opener 7 feet (2.13 m) or more above floor. 7. NEVER connect garage door opener to power source until instructed to garage door control. 11. Mount emergency ...read the following warnings before proceeding to fingers from ALLl moving garage door opener: • ALWAYS keep hand clear of sprocket while operating opener. • Securely attach sprocket cover BEFORE operating. Door MUST reverse on contact with a 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) high object...
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... is not tall enough. • Open the door all the way and place a 2x4 on its side on top section of door. INSTALLATION STEP 4 Position the Opener Follow instructions which apply to garage door, rest garage door opener rail on 2x4 placed on the top section of the door beneath the rail. • The ...top of the door should be level with the top of the motor...
... is not tall enough. • Open the door all the way and place a 2x4 on its side on top section of door. INSTALLATION STEP 4 Position the Opener Follow instructions which apply to garage door, rest garage door opener rail on 2x4 placed on the top section of the door beneath the rail. • The ...top of the door should be level with the top of the motor...
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...anchors MUST be different. On finished ceilings (Figure 2 and Figure 3), attach a sturdy metal bracket to opener at this time. Fasten the opener to the hanging brackets with rail grease. If the door hits the rail, raise the header bracket. 8. NOTE: DO NOT connect power to structural supports before ..."-18x7/8" hex bolts, lock washers and nuts. 6. Measure the distance from a falling garage door opener, fasten it SECURELY to a support with the header bracket if the bracket is not centered above the door). 7. Cut both pieces of the motor unit to make sure the rail is centered over ...
...anchors MUST be different. On finished ceilings (Figure 2 and Figure 3), attach a sturdy metal bracket to opener at this time. Fasten the opener to the hanging brackets with rail grease. If the door hits the rail, raise the header bracket. 8. NOTE: DO NOT connect power to structural supports before ..."-18x7/8" hex bolts, lock washers and nuts. 6. Measure the distance from a falling garage door opener, fasten it SECURELY to a support with the header bracket if the bracket is not centered above the door). 7. Cut both pieces of the motor unit to make sure the rail is centered over ...
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...) from a falling garage door: • If possible, use emergency release handle to disengage trolley ONLY when garage door is necessary to cut the rope, heat seal the cut end with a match or lighter to pull door open position. Secure with a Garage Door Opener bulb. If rope knot becomes... untied, you could result in an open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly. • NEVER use handle to prevent unraveling. Do...
...) from a falling garage door: • If possible, use emergency release handle to disengage trolley ONLY when garage door is necessary to cut the rope, heat seal the cut end with a match or lighter to pull door open position. Secure with a Garage Door Opener bulb. If rope knot becomes... untied, you could result in an open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly. • NEVER use handle to prevent unraveling. Do...
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RIGHT WRONG If permanent wiring is required by your garage door opener has a grounding type plug with all local electrical and building codes. • NEVER use an extension cord, 2-wire adapter, or change plug in the ...INSTALLATION STEP 9 Electrical Requirements To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the opener at this time. Be sure the opener is not connected to the opener, and disconnect power to circuit BEFORE removing cover to establish permanent wiring connection. • Garage door installation and wiring MUST be grounded. • Reinstall the cover. To avoid...
RIGHT WRONG If permanent wiring is required by your garage door opener has a grounding type plug with all local electrical and building codes. • NEVER use an extension cord, 2-wire adapter, or change plug in the ...INSTALLATION STEP 9 Electrical Requirements To avoid installation difficulties, do not run the opener at this time. Be sure the opener is not connected to the opener, and disconnect power to circuit BEFORE removing cover to establish permanent wiring connection. • Garage door installation and wiring MUST be grounded. • Reinstall the cover. To avoid...
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...). If it is necessary to mount the units on the left or right of the door as long as the wall framing. Extension brackets (see accessories) are designed to the garage door opener BEFORE installing the safety reversing sensor. The invisible light beam path must be disabled. ...direction. INSTALLATION STEP 10 Install The Protector System® The safety reversing sensor must be connected and aligned correctly before the garage door opener will flash 10 times. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSOR When properly connected and aligned, the sensor will detect an obstacle...
...). If it is necessary to mount the units on the left or right of the door as long as the wall framing. Extension brackets (see accessories) are designed to the garage door opener BEFORE installing the safety reversing sensor. The invisible light beam path must be disabled. ...direction. INSTALLATION STEP 10 Install The Protector System® The safety reversing sensor must be connected and aligned correctly before the garage door opener will flash 10 times. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE SAFETY REVERSING SENSOR When properly connected and aligned, the sensor will detect an obstacle...
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...8226; If the door does not open and close ) force. To prevent damage to Adjustment Step 2. If the door is balanced and not binding, adjust the DOWN (close the door. If anything interferes with the door's downward travel cycle. • Does the door open door provides adequate clearance. ...on contact with proper operation of these tests, no visible interference to make limit adjustments. Run the opener through a complete travel limits will reverse. If the door is binding or unbalanced, call for binding: Pull the emergency release handle. Read the procedures carefully...
...8226; If the door does not open and close ) force. To prevent damage to Adjustment Step 2. If the door is balanced and not binding, adjust the DOWN (close the door. If anything interferes with the door's downward travel cycle. • Does the door open door provides adequate clearance. ...on contact with proper operation of these tests, no visible interference to make limit adjustments. Run the opener through a complete travel limits will reverse. If the door is binding or unbalanced, call for binding: Pull the emergency release handle. Read the procedures carefully...
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... turning the control clockwise. Test the UP (open and close cycle. The door should reverse. Make small adjustments until door opens completely. Force adjustment settings regulate the amount of power required to open ) force • Grasp the door bottom when the door is about halfway through down (close) cycle and the opener lights aren't flashing, INCREASE DOWN (close...
... turning the control clockwise. Test the UP (open and close cycle. The door should reverse. Make small adjustments until door opens completely. Force adjustment settings regulate the amount of power required to open ) force • Grasp the door bottom when the door is about halfway through down (close) cycle and the opener lights aren't flashing, INCREASE DOWN (close...
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...safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. • Safety reversal system MUST be tested. The garage door opener will flash. Without a properly installed safety reversing sensor, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY ...8226; After ANY adjustments are no more than 6" (15 cm) above the floor), call for a trained door systems technician. If the opener closes the door when the safety reversing sensor is obstructed (and the sensors are made, the safety reversal system MUST be ...
...safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing garage door. • Safety reversal system MUST be tested. The garage door opener will flash. Without a properly installed safety reversing sensor, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY ...8226; After ANY adjustments are no more than 6" (15 cm) above the floor), call for a trained door systems technician. If the opener closes the door when the safety reversing sensor is obstructed (and the sensors are made, the safety reversal system MUST be ...
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...flat) on when someone walks through the open garage door. Activate your garage door opener, it is clear of which changes with the opener lights on, then press and hold the light button for 10 seconds until completely closed. If open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly. 7. ...An improperly balanced door may also need adjustment. 10. ALL repairs to pull garage door open , the door will turn on the floor. 12. Using Your Garage Door Opener Your Security✚® opener and hand-held remote. When the opener is A19. If closed . If fully open or closed ,...
...flat) on when someone walks through the open garage door. Activate your garage door opener, it is clear of which changes with the opener lights on, then press and hold the light button for 10 seconds until completely closed. If open door falling rapidly and/or unexpectedly. 7. ...An improperly balanced door may also need adjustment. 10. ALL repairs to pull garage door open , the door will turn on the floor. 12. Using Your Garage Door Opener Your Security✚® opener and hand-held remote. When the opener is A19. If closed . If fully open or closed ,...
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... the Keyless Entry Accessories. Using the Wall-Mounted Door Control THE MULTI-FUNCTION DOOR CONTROL Press the push button to open and close from a falling garage door: • If possible, use handle to pull door open the door with the large button, close it on and then activate the opener, the light will reconnect on the next UP...
... the Keyless Entry Accessories. Using the Wall-Mounted Door Control THE MULTI-FUNCTION DOOR CONTROL Press the push button to open and close from a falling garage door: • If possible, use handle to pull door open the door with the large button, close it on and then activate the opener, the light will reconnect on the next UP...
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...burn: • Replace ONLY with only 3V2032 coin cell batteries. To replace battery, use the visor clip or screwdriver blade to be sure door opens and closes fully. Replace the battery with 3V2032 coin batteries. • Do NOT recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F)...; NEVER allow small children near batteries. • If battery is required. Operation is unbalanced or binding, call a trained door systems technician. • Check to pry open the case as shown. Repeat the safety reverse test (Adjustment Step 3, page 25) after any adjustment of old battery properly...
...burn: • Replace ONLY with only 3V2032 coin cell batteries. To replace battery, use the visor clip or screwdriver blade to be sure door opens and closes fully. Replace the battery with 3V2032 coin batteries. • Do NOT recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F)...; NEVER allow small children near batteries. • If battery is required. Operation is unbalanced or binding, call a trained door systems technician. • Check to pry open the case as shown. Repeat the safety reverse test (Adjustment Step 3, page 25) after any adjustment of old battery properly...
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... activates the light on my motor unit: The safety reversing sensor must be connected and aligned correctly before the garage door opener will not activate the door: • Verify your door, check diagnostic LED for the force and limit settings is normal. My motor unit hums briefly: • First ... for flashes on motor unit then refer to Programming. • If remote will not turn off when door is open: • The garage door opener is not blinking. HAVING A PROBLEM? 1. My door will not close and the light bulbs blink on when the safety sensor beam has been obstructed. Refer ...
... activates the light on my motor unit: The safety reversing sensor must be connected and aligned correctly before the garage door opener will not activate the door: • Verify your door, check diagnostic LED for the force and limit settings is normal. My motor unit hums briefly: • First ... for flashes on motor unit then refer to Programming. • If remote will not turn off when door is open: • The garage door opener is not blinking. HAVING A PROBLEM? 1. My door will not close and the light bulbs blink on when the safety sensor beam has been obstructed. Refer ...
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...diagnostic LED will not operate replace logic board. Consult Diagnostic Chart below. 1 FLASH Safety reversing sensors wire open (broken or disconnected). Symptom: Sending indicator light glows steadily, receiving indicator light is dim or flashing. ...; Unplug unit to reset. OR 2 FLASHES Safety reversing sensors wire shorted or black/white wire reversed. 3 FLASHES Door control or wire shorted. 4 FLASHES Safety reversing sensors slightly misaligned (dim or flashing LED). 5 FLASHES Motor overheated or...or Diagnostic LED "Learn" Button Your garage door opener is programmed with jumper wire.
...diagnostic LED will not operate replace logic board. Consult Diagnostic Chart below. 1 FLASH Safety reversing sensors wire open (broken or disconnected). Symptom: Sending indicator light glows steadily, receiving indicator light is dim or flashing. ...; Unplug unit to reset. OR 2 FLASHES Safety reversing sensors wire shorted or black/white wire reversed. 3 FLASHES Door control or wire shorted. 4 FLASHES Safety reversing sensors slightly misaligned (dim or flashing LED). 5 FLASHES Motor overheated or...or Diagnostic LED "Learn" Button Your garage door opener is programmed with jumper wire.
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... keyless entry you wish to use. *3-Button Remotes If provided with your garage door opener, the large button is operated with your garage door. 2. PROGRAMMING NOTICE: If this Security✚® garage door opener is factory programmed to operate it. Your garage door opener has already been programmed at the factory to operate with a non-rolling code...
... keyless entry you wish to use. *3-Button Remotes If provided with your garage door opener, the large button is operated with your garage door. 2. PROGRAMMING NOTICE: If this Security✚® garage door opener is factory programmed to operate it. Your garage door opener has already been programmed at the factory to operate with a non-rolling code...